Travelling from Grand Rapids Airport (GRR) to Portland Airport (PWM): what you need to know
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your GRR to PWM flight.
Flying during a peak time like October? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Grand Rapids Airport to Portland Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between GRR and PWM:
New York Newark Airport
Washington Ronald Reagan Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Handy information about Grand Rapids Airport (GRR)
GRR is located at 5500 44th Street Southeast.
Of all flights departing from Grand Rapids Airport, 73% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Grand Rapids Airport from central Grand Rapids, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 55 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Grand Rapids Airport to Portland Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near GRR:
Arriving at Portland Airport (PWM)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Grand Rapids Airport to Portland Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near PWM instead:
Grab a Portland Airport rental car and explore Portland and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Budget and Hertz are leading providers you can book with here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Portland Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Portland Airport (PWM) to central Portland
The address for PWM is 1001 Westbrook Street.
Portland Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Portland. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
It typically takes 30 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Portland Airport (PWM)
Travel to Portland during the high season if you want a livelier atmosphere, but keep in mind prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Grand Rapids Airport to Portland Airport in the off-season to find better deals and fewer tourists.
When booking your flight from Grand Rapids Airport to Portland Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Portland, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC to 25ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -10ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap tickets from GRR to PWM around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Portland has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. About 451 kilometres south-west of Portland, a trip to New York will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Boston is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 161 kilometres south-west of Portland. No journey is complete without a visit to Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.
